As an avid hiker, I was surprised by the Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek in Nepal. I envisioned dirt trails with scenic mountain vistas in all directions. I expected pathways surrounded by goats and sheep but not many people. I thought I’d sleep on thin mats on teahouse floors and pantomime conversations with locals who didn’t speak English. I […]
Before I went to Nepal, I knew almost nothing about it. I could find it on a map and name the capital city and of course I was aware that it’s home to Mount Everest, but for the most part, I showed up with a pair of hiking shoes and a blank page to fill with
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Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, but who thinks of cities when they plan a trip to Nepal? I didn’t. I was more interested in trekking, mountain scenery, and outdoor activities. But with time at my disposal, I found plenty of things to do in Kathmandu — and I’m glad I was able to get
